Formatzone
Seed Round in 2016
Formatzone, founded in 2016 and based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, specializes in the production, broadcast, distribution, and monetization of video entertainment formats. The company operates as a fast-track platform, facilitating the creation and dissemination of content for television and social media. Formatzone collaborates with both emerging and established creative talents, working on a joint venture basis to enhance its offerings in the competitive video entertainment landscape.
Etive Technologies Limited specializes in providing digital data handling solutions focused on personal and property information through a range of web-based log book products. The company's offerings include the Digital Log Book, which helps individuals create a digital identity, and the Home Log Book, designed to enhance the buying process for new home developers by providing essential information and improving post-occupancy customer service. Additionally, the Energy Log Book allows users to monitor and manage home energy consumption. Etive serves a diverse clientele, including local authorities, housing associations, new home builders, healthcare providers, financial service companies, and estate agencies. Founded in 2011 and based in Edinburgh, with an additional office in Birmingham, the company was previously known as Home Log Book Solutions Limited before rebranding in December 2013.
Aston EyeTech
Seed Round in 2014
Aston EyeTech is a tech startup developing a range of proprietary hardware and software products for ocular care. It is revolutionizing the Ocular care ecosystem through increased portability, improved accuracy, and lower costs.
The company is a spinout from Aston University’s School of Optometry. Aston EyeTech was founded in 2014 and is based in Birmingham, England.
Cytox Limited is a company focused on developing innovative products and services for the diagnosis and treatment of neurodegenerative disorders, particularly Alzheimer's disease. Established in 2004 and headquartered in Birmingham, UK, with additional offices in Manchester and Oxford, Cytox has created a genetic-based blood test that assesses the risk and early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease, which currently affects millions worldwide. The company employs cellular and genetic assays to identify early cell cycle deficits in patients, aiding pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies in clinical trials and drug development for Alzheimer's and mild cognitive impairment. Cytox's strategic partnership with Affymetrix, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, enhances its capabilities in delivering these assessments and supporting the development of novel therapeutics.
Diverse School Travel
Seed Round in 2013
Diverse School Travel is a UK-based small business specializing in organizing educational and cultural tours for schools and colleges. With its head office located in Birmingham, the company offers a range of exciting experiences across the UK, Europe, and beyond. The tours are designed to provide students with valuable learning opportunities in subjects such as history, modern languages, art, design, and geography, allowing them to engage with educational content in a stimulating environment outside the classroom. The team at Diverse School Travel is young, multi-lingual, and dedicated to delivering exceptional service and competitive pricing to ensure a memorable experience for all participants.
Infinity CCS
Venture Round in 2012
Infinity CCS Ltd. is a developer of management software specifically designed for contact centers, founded in 1998 and based in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The company offers a comprehensive suite of applications known as the Infinity Platform, which includes tools such as Infinity Contact Manager, Infinity Agent Desktop, and Infinity Dialler. These solutions facilitate efficient communication by linking agents to various media platforms for seamless interactions with customers. Additionally, Infinity CCS provides performance reporting, quality management software, and timesheet applications to enhance operational efficiency and workforce management. The company's technology serves a diverse clientele, including outsourcers, in-house contact centers, and business process outsourcing firms, enabling them to deliver exceptional customer experiences while optimizing productivity and decision-making processes. Formerly known as TP Technologies (UK) Limited, Infinity CCS adopted its current name in 2007.
Big Button
Seed Round in 2012
Big Button Media Limited, operating as Big Button, is a strategic video agency based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, established in 2001. The company specializes in producing high-quality films, videos, motion graphics, and animations tailored for businesses across key sectors, including IT and Technology, Engineering and Rail, and Financial and Professional Services. Big Button's offerings include an online video platform that allows clients to upload, manage, and measure their video content effectively. The agency focuses on delivering creative and thoughtful video solutions that achieve measurable results, ensuring that clients' business objectives are met and maximizing the impact of their video campaigns. As of October 2019, Big Button operates as a subsidiary of TwentyThree ApS.